theforcewithin said:During my reliability screening, I was informed by the counsellor right away that I needed a security clearance pre-assessment. They sent my file to Ottawa right away, and he said they wanted my file to go through as soon as possible, so the background check wouldn't take 10-18 months. I received a call just last week to book the medical and interview, so I'd say it took a little over a month to do my background and reference checks, including the international ones. Perhaps you could ask the recruiter if it is in your best interest to provide an Australian criminal records check to speed up the process?
I've just been scheduled for a medical and interview on July 4 and 8 respectively. My file manager suggested that I give them an Australian police check and I did just that. It still took me a month to be contacted but I'm not complaining as long as I'm moving forward! Perhaps I'll see you on the 8th. Best of luck to you!